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B442 XUM

1985 Rover SD1

Blue Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2021
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

105,621 mi
Last recorded105,621 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2020
Typical for 1985 Rover SD191,698 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB442 XUM
MakeRover
ModelSD1
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2020 105,621 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2019 105,420 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 104,958 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 104,770 miles
Fail 17 May 2017 104,770 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 1 Jun 2009 104,176 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 102,979 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2008 102,977 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 May 2007 101,219 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 98,734 miles

How Reliable is the Rover SD1?

Based on 8,363 MOT tests across 1,000 vehicles.

73.0%
Pass Rate
589
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
1,000
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 527
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 405
Steering rack gaiter split 340
parking brake recording little or no effort 278
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 265
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B442 XUM is a 1985 Rover SD1 in Blue with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1985 Rover SD1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.9% with a typical mileage of 91,698 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover SD1 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 527 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B442 XUM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover SD1 typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 41 years old, this Rover SD1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B442 XUM registered?

B442 XUM is a 1985 Rover SD1, first registered on 29 May 1985.

Is B442 XUM safe to buy?

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